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Holiday light events shine bright in the Midlands

Crysty Vaughan takes a look at some holiday happenings in Local Living
Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–The holiday lights are twinkling across the Midlands. You can take a drive and see the Holiday Lights on the River at Saluda Shoals Park. There will be more than 350 animated light displays. The drive through display runs each night from 6pm to 10pm through December 31, 2019. For more information click here https://www.icrc.net/event/holiday-lights-river-34 Riverbanks Zoo’s annual’ ‘Lights…
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Senator Amy Klobuchar files for SC primary

ABC Columbia Staff,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) – Senator Amy Klobuchar will participate in a small business Saturday tour in Orangeburg Saturday. The democratic presidential candidate returned to the state to file for the South Carolina primary Friday afternoon in Columbia. She also joined supporters and voters for a meet and greet. Categories: Local News, National News, News, Politics, State Tags: SCNews
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Local stores and parking lots crowded as Black Friday deals attract shoppers

Even though some stores open on Thanksgiving, all stores were open early Friday morning as Black Friday kicked off.  
Maria Szatkowski,

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) — Even though some stores open on Thanksgiving, all stores were open early Friday morning as Black Friday kicked off. “We’ve been up since 5:00 this morning,” said Marquis Malone-Crocker, who was out Black Friday shopping. With all the deals and savings, you really can’t top some of the specials that Black Friday offers. “Oh, it’s an…
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Gabrielle Union speaks out amid reports she’s off NBC show

Gabrielle Union is thanking supporters for defending her amid reports she was fired from “America’s Got Talent” for complaining about racism and other on-set issues.
Associated Press,

Gabrielle Union attends “America’s Got Talent” Season 14 Finale Red Carpet at Dolby Theatre, Sept. 18, 2019, in Hollywood, Calif.Gabrielle Union attends “America’s Got Talent” Season 14 Finale Red Carpet at Dolby Theatre, Sept. 18, 2019, in Hollywood, Calif. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images,FILE AP – Gabrielle Union is thanking supporters for defending her amid reports she was fired from “America’s Got…
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Prices at the pump rise Thanksgiving weekend

Gas prices are up as drivers travel home for Thanksgiving
Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA,  SC (WOLO)– Prices at the pump continue to rise for the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. The busiest return travel day is expected to be Sunday. According to GasBuddy, drivers in Columbia are paying an average of $2.30 a gallon. Gas prices in Columbia are higher than a month ago. The National average for gas is $2.61.   Categories: Local News…
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Police: Woman charged with DUI after car struck by train

Rob Dew,

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)–  Columbia police say a woman is charged with DUI after her car was hit by a train. Investigators say at 1:18 Friday morning the woman called 911 when she says her car got stuck on the train track on Columbia College Dr. While she was waiting on assistance, police say the woman’s car was hit by a…
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Two pedestrians killed on I-20

Rob Dew,

Kershaw Co., S.C. (WOLO)– Two people were killed early Friday morning when troopers say they were hit by two cars. According to the highway patrol around 1:30am two people were standing on I-20 near the White Pond Rd. exit when they were hit by a 2019 Nissan and a 2015 Honda. Troopers say no charges will be filed in this…
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York County farm brings bison back to original stomping grounds in SC

The Tatanka Bison Ranch has 44 bison currently on their ranch
Tim Scott,

YORK COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) –A farm that just opened its doors to the public this year is looking to make his mark on South Carolina’s burgeoning agritourism industry by bringing a unique animal back to the Palmetto State. The Tatanka Bison Ranch, located in rural York County, gives people a chance to interact with and learn about the wonders of…
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Red Kettles going high tech, Angel Trees ready for your donations

Salvation Army Angel Trees now up in area locations for you to help make a child's Christmas wish come true
Crysty Vaughan,

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–Tis the season for giving. Calling all of Santa’s helpers! You have a chance to help ABC Columbia make a child’s Christmas wish come true. The Salvation Army Angel Trees are up in area locations for the holidays. On the trees, you’ll find the names of children in need and some toys or clothes, that they hope to get for…